What’s in it for you
?
1. A competitive salary of £43,000 per annum (DOE)
2. One free meal per shift
3. Enhanced Bank Holiday pay
4. Increased annual leave with long service
5. Cycle to Work scheme to support your health and commute
6. An extra day off for milestone birthdays
7. Company sick pay above statutory entitlement (subject to service)
8. Refer a Friend scheme for permanent roles (T&Cs apply)
9. Ongoing recognition, staff appreciation initiatives, and long service awards
Key Responsibilities:
10. Leading, motivating, and developing a kitchen team to deliver consistently high standards
11. Overseeing food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety regulations
12. Planning menus that meet therapeutic and dietary requirements
13. Managing recruitment, induction, and training within the kitchen team
14. Ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations and effective communication
To succeed as a Head Chef with our client, you’ll have:
15. Impeccable leadership, management and communication skills
16. Proven experience delivering a high-quality service in a care environment
17. Strong knowledge of dietary requirements (IDDSI)
18. Experience recruiting, inducting, and training your own team
19. Background operating as a Chef Manager or senior Chef within a structured kitchen
If you’re looking for your next step as a Head Chef in Maidstone, this is a fantastic opportunity to combine leadership, creativity, and stability in a rewarding setting. Apply now and take the next step in your career.
Job Number │ 934841 /INDCATERING
Location │ Maidstone
Role │ Head Chef
Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.